National Council on Severe Autism

New Jersey Chapter

Because There Are Many Types of Autism

The National Council on Severe Autism was founded in 2018 and has over 20,000 followers around the country. Its mission is to pursue recognition, policy and solutions for the surging population of individuals, families and caregivers affected by severe forms of autism and related disorders

This chapter is committed to pursuing that same mission on grassroots level here in New Jersey. We are parents, professionals, leaders, advocates, family members and friends. Our collective voice will make a difference.

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Severe Autism Defined

Individuals who, by virtue of any combination of cognitive and functional impairments, require continuous or near-continuous, lifelong services, supports, and supervision. Individuals in this category are often nonverbal or have limited use of language, have intellectual impairment, and, in a subset, exhibit challenging behaviors that interfere with safety and well-being.

NJ Chapter News & Events

Featured
Our 2024 Autism NJ Conference Recap
NCSA-NJ
Our 2024 Autism NJ Conference Recap
NCSA-NJ

It was exciting to hear about the new progress in interactive technologies related to autism and to gain a deeper understanding of the medical influences tied to severe and challenging behaviors. It was also great to see leaders in the field presenting the evolution of ABA and the collaboration between multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, it was encouraging to learn about the progress made in partnering with healthcare providers and law enforcement in the state of NJ.

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NCSA-NJ
The CSH–RUCARES  Severe Behavior Program
Severe Behavior
The CSH–RUCARES  Severe Behavior Program
Severe Behavior

This morning NCSA-NJ visited the  CSH–RUCARES  Severe Behavior Program, and the co-located feeding clinic.  It was great touring their facilities, speaking with their leadership team, and meeting the family of a client. Our net take-aways:

  1. NJ is lucky to have a program like this. It is one of just a handful in the country.  

  2. Their work makes a real difference.  It impacts not just in the lives of their clients but their parents and siblings as well…

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Severe Behavior
Legislation Committee Update
Legislation
Legislation Committee Update
Legislation

During our 10.14 meeting the members of our Legislation Committee provided an important update on their work -- what bills they are focusing on, what they contain and why they matter. This is some of the most critical work being done by NCSA-NJ and we so appreciate the efforts of everyone on this committee. To review their update…

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Legislation
Recap & Action Items
Chapter Meeting
Recap & Action Items
Chapter Meeting

Thank you to everyone who attended our 10.14 chapter meeting, and especially those who presented. Here’s a quick recap of the discussion and action items coming out of that session.

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Chapter Meeting

Autism Confidential

The webinar series of the National Counsel on Severe Autism

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